Hereford, United Kingdom to Southend-on-Sea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

150.8 miles 242.7 km · straight line
180.2 miles actual route 290 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
£27 - £34 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
102° ESE bearing direction

How far is Hereford, United Kingdom from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Hereford, United Kingdom to Southend-on-Sea is 150.8 miles (242.7 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located ESE of Hereford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.2 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hereford, United Kingdom and Southend-on-Sea. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hereford, United Kingdom to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min £27 - £34 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hereford, United Kingdom & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Hereford, United Kingdom
52.06°N, 2.71°W
Europe/London
61m elevation
Southend-on-Sea
51.54°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 165.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM